ASUS
ASUS SBW-06D2X-U Slim Blu-Ray BD-R External USB
Discover the ASUS SBW-06D2X-U, a sleek and portable external Blu-ray writer perfect for your data needs. This drive efficiently handles burning and reading Blu-ray discs at up to 6x speed, DVDs at 8x, and CDs at 24x. Its slimline design ensures easy portability, while the reliable USB 2.0 interface provides convenient connectivity. The unit supports double-layer media and adheres to RoHS environmental standards, making it a responsible choice for backup and media creation.
$119.99
Owner Satisfaction
3.9
/ 5
Category Rank
149
/ 167
#149 in Optical Drives
Price vs Category Average
-7%
Below average
Maximum BD Write Speed
6
/ x
Who it's for
- Highly Portable Design
- Blu-Ray Writing Capability
- USB Bus-Powered
Who should skip it
- Limited Write Speed
- No Bundled Playback Software
- Potential Power Instability
Key Specs
Maximum BD Write Speed
6x
Maximum DVD Write Speed
8x
Host Interface
USB 2.0
Form Factor
Slimline (0.7" Height)
Optical Media Supported
BD-R/RE
Weight
10.23 oz
Color
Black
Environmental Compliance
RoHS
Features
- Auto Tuning Power technology for optimized burn quality
- Disc Encryption II for enhanced data security with password protection and hidden files
- Fast 6x Blu-ray writing capability
- Convenient external USB connectivity
- Ultra-slim profile for portability
- Supports double-layer Blu-ray media
- RoHS compliant for environmental safety
What customers say
Users widely appreciate this drive's sleek, portable design, making it excellent for ultrabooks. Its hardware is reliable for standard CD and DVD reading and writing using a simple USB connection. The core issue centers entirely on the software experience. While the physical drive performs well, the bundled Blu-Ray utilities are often outdated or insufficient. This forces many customers to invest in costly third-party applications to unlock full Blu-Ray functionality, complicating the initial setup. Power stability can occasionally affect intensive burning when using weak USB hubs. Overall, the hardware is considered robust and affordable, but achieving complete functionality requires users to proactively manage the software requirements.
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